Wood Shop

Name: Wood Shop
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SKU: 9781612129426
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Handy Skills and Creative Building Projects for Kids

By Margaret Larson

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Summary

Wood Shop by Margaret Larson is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the wonders of woodworking. The story follows a young protagonist who discovers the joy of creating something with their own hands in a wood shop. Through engaging illustrations and simple text, the book encourages creativity, problem-solving, and a sense of accomplishment.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This book may appeal to you if you're looking for a delightful introduction to woodworking for children. With engaging illustrations and simple projects, it's perfect for young craft enthusiasts eager to learn hands-on skills and unleash their creativity.

Wood Shop

In this carpentry-camp-in-a-book, kids ages 8 to 12 learn the fun and creative pleasure of essential woodworking skills and build imaginative projects, from a Tool Tote to a Birdhouse and Sky-High Stilts.

Description

Come on, kids: grab a hammer, step up to the workbench, and get ready to measure, saw, drill, and make cool things! Wood Shop is an exciting introduction for today s kids to an age-old tradition: building with wood. With step-by-step photographs and clear instructions, aspiring woodworkers learn essential skills such as how to drive a nail, use a power drill, measure twice, cut once, and saw correctly. Then the fun begins, with 17 cool and creative projects kids can build to furnish the wood shop, decorate their bedrooms and homes, and create their own play equipment. Favorite projects include Tic-Tac-Toe-To Go!, One-Board Birdhouse, a Tool Tote, and a hanging Twinkle Light. Wood Shop is the perfect gift for tinkerers, young makers, fans of LEGO toys, and aspiring carpenters and engineers.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Wood Shop by Margaret Larson is praised for its engaging introduction to woodworking, featuring beautiful visuals and comprehensive project plans. It is lauded for fostering skill development and self-reliance among children, with a strong emphasis on fun and education. The book is highly recommended for libraries as an introduction to woodworking for young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781612129426

Publisher: Workman Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 November 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Storey Publishing LLC

Illustration: Full-color; photographs and il

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 228.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 720g

Pages: 216

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Margaret Larson

About the Author

Margaret Larson is the co-owner of the New England School of Architectural Woodworking and The Workbench, a woodworking and craft school offering classes for kids and adults. She lives with her family in western Massachusetts.